Michael Healy-Rae
Ceist:186. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if she will address a matter (details supplied) regarding Lyme disease. [23639/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 May 2017
186. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if she will address a matter (details supplied) regarding Lyme disease. [23639/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe presence of ticks, which are the main vector for the transmission of Lyme Disease and similar infections, is an issue throughout the countryside and is not confined to National Parks, Nature Reserves or designated lands. These ticks can be found on a variety of animals including mice, voles, hedgehogs, dogs, sheep, deer and horses. The National Parks and Wildlife Service websites and notice/info boards provide useful information and advice for members of the public intending to visit National Parks and Nature Reserves. Information on Lyme Disease is available from the HSE at
http://www.hpsc.ie/A-Z/Vectorborne/LymeDisease/.